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Garden Lane Backpackers

Dublin, Dublin

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 1.7 km to St. Stephen's Green and 1.8 km to Iveagh Gardens

Tourist attractions nearbyOnly 3.8 km to Dublin Zoo

Near shopping centersOnly 1.6 km to Powerscourt Townhouse and 1.7 km to Jervis Shopping Center

Nice location! Near public transportOnly 1.1 km to Four Courts Station and 1.1 km to Smithfield Station

Near healthcare facilitiesOnly 2.6 km to Rotunda Hospital and 2.8 km to Our Lady's Hospice

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5.0/515 Apr 2026

Andrea • Solo Trip

Two nights, didn't access breakfast left earlier for tours. Clean, good space, hot showers okay location walkable.

5.0/512 Dec 2025

Rohan

Great

5.0/514 Oct 2025

Salih

Easy walking to town!

5.0/51 Oct 2025

Julma • Solo Trip

Had a great stay and would recommend! Friendly and helpful staff too!

5.0/514 Sep 2025

Lutrecia • Solo Trip

I arrived to the hostel early afternoon. Check-in was an easy process and the receptionist was very friendly and offered a few recommendations on things to see in the area. Upon entering the elevator, there was a posted list of things to do. My accommodations were just as described. I was assigned the bottom bunk as requested due to my mobility issues. I went back downstairs to purchase a lock for the under bed safe. I later gave myself a tour to the 3rd floor where I found a lounging area, washers and dryers, a full kitchen with freezer, refrigerators, two stoves, and ovens, televisions, and a small patio outside. Most of the guests I encountered were friendly, lively, approachable, and engaging from all over the world. Many of them addressed each other by name and seemed to be friends. I was given suggestions on where to go to pick up food. I walked to nearby Lydl and Tesco and picked up snacks and food to prepare. The kitchen is well stocked to cook a complete meal from scratch. The bed was comfortable, and I slept well. The next morning, I went to the kitchen for a continental breakfast provided by the hostel. It was interesting to note that they have long-term guests that call this hostel their home. The hostel was safe and clean. If I'm ever in Dublin again, this will be my go to spot.

5.0/53 Sep 2025

Brian • Solo Trip

This hostel is quite centrally located and relatively easy to find (although the directions I was sent were not all that easy to understand, this would not be a problem for anyone with a cell phone and data to access Google maps). The wifi worked well. The breakfast room on the top floor provides lovely views and even an outdoor patio. The breakfast was entirely satisfactory although I'm no fan of instant coffee and that's all that's available. There's an elevator too, a real bonus!

5.0/525 Aug 2025

Barbara • Family Trip

Very quiet and homely-feeling hostel situated to the west of the tourist centre, about 5-10 minute walk from both cathedrals. We had a 2-person bunk room which was clean and comfortable. There were plenty of bathrooms which were cleaned well every day. Breakfast was fruit and toast with various spreads, we didn't use the kitchen outside of this so can't comment on cooking facilities. Lovely views from the balcony on 2nd floor. We also received discounts from some of the restaurants linked to the hostel which was a great bonus (the hostel kindly sent us a list of restaurants to use).

5.0/58 Aug 2025

Roberta • Solo Trip

This hostel had everything plus free coffee and tea all day.

5.0/527 May 2025

Susan • Solo Trip

There were only 2 working bathrooms on a floor with 4 dorm rooms.

5.0/527 Apr 2025

Richard

Great backpackers vibe, clean kitchen and showers, not over busy but plenty of friendly faces. Rooms secure and decent beds. Friendly staff.

5.0/511 Oct 2024

Ian • Solo Trip

Perfect if you just need a place to stay and really want to explore outside. Walking distance to everything, up the block from Guinness factory, pleasant staff.

5.0/523 Sep 2024

David • Solo Trip

Nice quiet neighborhood. Curtains around bed are good. Could use a bath mat in the bathroom. Safe. Bring a small padlock.

5.0/519 Sep 2024

Xiaoyan • Solo Trip

N/C

5.0/54 Sep 2024

Saskia • Solo Trip

Clean, accessible, friendly. I enjoy having 24 hour access to the kitchen and common areas. Roomy, comfy beds and convenient storage in the rooms. Fast elevator.

5.0/527 Aug 2024

Chris • Couple Trip

Clean, comfortable, quiet. The shared kitchen and living area was inviting. Good WiFi was appreciated.

5.0/518 Aug 2024

Marjorie

Great affordable acommodation, free breakfast was an added bonus!

5.0/522 Jul 2024

Paul • Trip with Friends

Really enjoyed the place. Quiet neighbourhood. Not far from places to go and see. Would highly recommend.

5.0/513 Jun 2024

marina • Solo Trip

部屋、水回り含め、とても清潔感があってよかった。

5.0/54 Jun 2024

Alexis • Couple Trip

My boyfriend and I had a lovely stay in our private room! It was exceptionally clean with towels, shampoo/conditioner, soap, water, and tea/coffee in the room. We had plenty of space and the staff was incredibly kind. There were plenty of clean bathrooms so we never had to wait in lines despite being shared. We only stayed one night, but would have stayed more if we were in town longer!

5.0/515 May 2024

Dovydas • Solo Trip

The proximity of the property to downtown Dublin is unbeatable. Being located between the Guinness Storehouse and the Temple Bar made walking a breeze. The parking was extremely secure and I felt comfortable leaving my rental car. My only issue was exiting the locked car park early in the morning. I was given a number to call if I left before 10am to open the gate. They were helpful, but it still took ~20 minutes before I could get out of the car park.

Popular Facilities

WiFi

Parking

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Elevator

Luggage Storage

Sports & Recreation

Arcade/Game Room

Public Facilities

Library

Parking (Surcharge)

Elevator/Lift

Hotel Services

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Express Check-out

Luggage Storage

Multilingual Staff

Express Check-in

Food & Drinks

Continental Breakfast

Hotel Policy

Smoke-free Property

In-room Facilities

Patio or terrace

Transportation

Tours/Ticket Assistance

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Connectivity

Free WiFi

Location

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Garden Lane, Dublin, IE

Nearby Destinations

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Accommodation Rules

Announcement

Child Policy
By Irish Regulations; guests between 8 and 17 years old are allowed when accompanied by an adult parent/guardian and cannot share rooms with other guests outside their party, kids under 8 years old are not allowed to be hosted at all.
For groups of 4 guests or more, a security deposit of EUR 30 per person in one card transaction only is required.

Group policy
For groups between 4 and 7 guests, the deposit is payable upon arrival and for groups of 8 guests or more, the deposit is payable by card.
A payment link will be sent to your email address one week after the reservation is booked and it will be held until the check-out date. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable in case of a cancellation or a modification that reduces the original group size by more than 50% within one month before the arrival date.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-10:00 PM

Check-out11:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Guests are recommended to download the property's MyKey from Walmek mobile app before check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

About Garden Lane Backpackers

Garden Lane Backpackers Location
With a stay at Garden Lane Backpackers, you'll be centrally located in Dublin, within a 10-minute walk of Dublinia and Guinness Storehouse. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from St. Stephen's Green and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Dublin Castle.

Garden Lane Backpackers Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. This hostel also features a communal living room, tour/ticket assistance, and a reception hall.

Garden Lane Backpackers Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.

Restaurant and Cafe
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Room Type and Price

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 - Tue, 04 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children